A League of Their Own (1992) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
As America's stock of athletic young men is depleted during World War II, a professional all-female baseball league springs up in the Midwest, funded by publicity-hungry candy maker Walter Harvey. Competitive sisters Dottie Hinson and Kit Keller spar with each other, scout Ernie Capadino and grumpy has-been coach Jimmy Dugan on their way to fame.
Rated PG • 1992 • 2h 8m
A League of Their Own tells the story of the first all-female professional baseball league during WWII, and its PG rating is primarily for language and thematic elements. The film contains some profanity (including "shit"), consistent alcohol use by the team's coach, Jimmy Dugan, and mild sexual innuendo. The most intense scene involves a player receiving news that her husband was killed in action, which is brief but emotionally… Sign up for the full guide
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Is A League of Their Own appropriate for kids?
A League of Their Own tells the story of the first all-female professional baseball league during WWII, and its PG rating is primarily for language and thematic elements. The film contains some profanity (including "shit"), consistent alcohol use by the team's coach, Jimmy… Read more — free account
Content severity in A League of Their Own
What happens in A League of Their Own, moment by moment
- 0:12 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:28 🍷 Substances 5/10
Sex and nudity in A League of Their Own
This category is mild. Women are briefly seen in their undergarments (bras, slips) in locker room and boarding house settings. There is some verbal innuendo, such as a character alluding to not wearing her dress for long and a scout making a crude remark about going home to his wife. In one scene, coach Jimmy Dugan signs a baseball for a young fan with the message, "Avoid the clap."
Violence and gore in A League of Their Own
Violence is infrequent and mostly mild or sports-related. A tense sisterly argument results in one throwing a baseball mitt at the other. Standard baseball injuries are depicted, including a large bruise on a player's leg from sliding. The climactic final game features a dramatic and rough collision at home plate where one sister bowls over the other, causing her to drop the ball. A brief, comical scuffle breaks out between teammates on the field, involving some hair-pulling.
Language in A League of Their Own
The film's PG rating is partly due to its language. Profanity is used, though not pervasively. Coach Jimmy Dugan is the main source, yelling insults at his players. The words "shit," "bitch," and "ass" are used, most notably in the iconic scene where Dugan yells at a crying player.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A League of Their Own
Alcohol use is a recurring element, centered on the character of Coach Jimmy Dugan, who is a functional alcoholic. He is frequently shown drinking from a flask, appearing drunk on the field, and a scene shows him urinating at a trough in the locker room while intoxicated. In one sequence, the players sneak out to a roadhouse where they are shown drinking beer and dancing.
Mature themes in A League of Their Own
The film contains mature themes appropriate for its PG rating. The backdrop of WWII is constant, culminating in a very emotional scene where a player receives a telegram informing her that her husband has been killed in action; she is shown breaking down in grief. Other themes include intense sibling rivalry, period-typical sexism faced by the female athletes, and dealing with loss and aging in the film's concluding scenes set in the present day.
Scary moments in A League of Their Own
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is A League of Their Own appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests A League of Their Own is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. A League of Their Own tells the story of the first all-female professional baseball league during WWII, and its PG rating is primarily for language and thematic elements. The film contains some profanity (including…
What age rating does A League of Their Own have?
A League of Their Own is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is A League of Their Own about?
A League of Their Own tells the story of the first all-female professional baseball league during WWII, and its PG rating is primarily for language and thematic elements. The film contains some profanity (including "shit"), consistent alcohol use by the team's coach, Jimmy Dugan, and mild sexual innuendo. The most…
Is there sex or nudity in A League of Their Own?
This category is mild. Women are briefly seen in their undergarments (bras, slips) in locker room and boarding house settings. There is some verbal innuendo, such as a character alluding to not wearing her dress for long and a scout making a crude remark…
How violent is A League of Their Own?
Violence is infrequent and mostly mild or sports-related. A tense sisterly argument results in one throwing a baseball mitt at the other. Standard baseball injuries are depicted, including a large bruise on a player's leg from sliding. The climactic final…
Is the language in A League of Their Own appropriate for kids?
The film's PG rating is partly due to its language. Profanity is used, though not pervasively. Coach Jimmy Dugan is the main source, yelling insults at his players. The words "shit," "bitch," and "ass" are used, most notably in the iconic scene where Dugan…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A League of Their Own?
Alcohol use is a recurring element, centered on the character of Coach Jimmy Dugan, who is a functional alcoholic. He is frequently shown drinking from a flask, appearing drunk on the field, and a scene shows him urinating at a trough in the locker room while…
What mature themes appear in A League of Their Own?
The film contains mature themes appropriate for its PG rating. The backdrop of WWII is constant, culminating in a very emotional scene where a player receives a telegram informing her that her husband has been killed in action; she is shown breaking down in…
How long is A League of Their Own?
A League of Their Own runs 128 minutes, directed by Penny Marshall, released in 1992.
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